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This ultimate expedition combines the highlights of the Falkland Islands, the stunning wildlife paradise of South Georgia and the pristine wilderness of Antarctica.  Discover the world’s largest king penguin rookeries, witness heavily-crevassed glaciers tumbling into the silvery blue sea, spot seals drifting lazily on ice floes and retrace the footsteps of Ernest Shackleton’s great rescue mission.

Highlights

  • Explore the outstandingly beautiful and world-renowned wildlife oasis, known as the ‘Galapagos of the Poles,’ at South Georgia.
  • See the world’s largest king penguin rookeries, with over 400,000 birds in South Georgia
  • Discover sweeping white sand beaches and stunning rugged landscapes home to vast colonies of king, rockhopper and macaroni penguins in the Falkland Islands
  • Discover ancient whaling sites and hike the last part of Shackleton’s rescue expedition

Quick Itinerary

Day 1: Buenos Aires
Day 2: Ushuaia
Day 3: At Sea
Days 4 - 6: The Falkland Islands
Days 7 & 8: At Sea
Days 9 - 13: South Georgia
Day 14: At Sea
Days 15 - 20: Antarctica
Days 21 & 22: The Drake Passage
Day 23: Ushuaia / Buenos Aires

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Itinerary

Day 1 - Buenos Aires

The adventure starts with an overnight stay in the ‘birthplace of Tango’ in Buenos Aires, the dazzling capital of Argentina.   Enjoy your time to relax and unearth the secrets of this exciting city at your own leisure, or on one of our guided tours.

Day 2 - Ushuaia
Day 3 - At Sea
Days 4 - 6 - The Falkland Islands
Day 7 & 8 - At Sea
Days 9 - 13 - South Georgia
Day 14 - At Sea
Day 15 - 20 - Antarctica
Day 21 & 22 - Drake Passage
Day 23 - Ushuaia / Buenos Aires

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ABOUT US


We'll compare a huge selection of expedition ships, cruises and operators to find your perfect cruise.

Our prices are amongst the best you'll find, plus look out for Polar Routes exclusive offers!

As supporters of the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust, booking with us helps support the work of the trust within Antarctica.

All our holidays are ATOL protected (11104), for your complete peace of mind.


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Why book with Polar Routes?

CHOICE
  • We can compare a huge selection of expedition ships, cruises and operators.
  • From former Russian research vessels to larger and luxurious ships - there is an expedition cruise to suit you. 
  • Our Polar Specialists will help you choose the perfect expedition cruise for your requirements.
SPECIALISTS
  • We are the expedition cruise specialists and know all the polar destinations inside out.
  • Our expert team of Polar Specialists have extensive knowledge of all the expedition ships & operators.
  • All of our Polar Specialists have first-hand experience of expedition cruising to the polar regions.
VALUE
  • Our prices are amongst the best you'll find, plus look out for Polar Routes exclusive offers!
  • All our holidays are ATOL protected (11104), for your complete peace of mind.
  • As supporters of the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust, booking with us helps support the work of the trust within Antarctica.